What kind of assessment tasks involve reflecting on one's own performance?

• A. Self-assessment
• B. A quiz
• C. A unit test
• D. Peer assessment

Answer: (A)

Self-assessment tasks center on the learner reflecting on how well they performed and judging it against a set of criteria or standards. In physical education, this might involve using a rubric or checklist after a drill or game to rate technique, effort, and decision-making, then noting what went well and what to improve, and setting a concrete plan for practice. This process builds metacognition and helps students take ownership of their progress over time.

Quizzes and unit tests measure knowledge or skills at a specific moment, not necessarily the student’s ongoing reflection and planning. Peer assessment is about receiving feedback from classmates, rather than the learner evaluating their own performance. So reflecting on one’s own performance is the hallmark of self-assessment.